Civic CX Hatchback L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1997)
Paint: Service and Repair
ABS / PC Resin Parts
Repair Procedures
Repair Procedures
A. Deep scratches, when filling:
1. Sand the damage section. (#12O-#24O)
2. Apply the filler and dry.
3. Sand the filler (#24O-#4OO)
4. Coat with the primer/primer surfacer and dry.
5. Sand the primer surfacer. (#6OO-#8OO)
6. Top coating.
B. Shallow scratches:
1. Coat with the primer/primer surfacer.
2. Sand the primer surfacer. (#6OO-#8OO)
3. Top coating.
C. Repaint:
1. Sand the primer surfacer. (#6OO-#8OO)
2. Top coating.
Refinishing Procedures
Refinishing Procedures
1. Base material reconditioning (sanding)
-1. Repaint and replacement part
Lightly sand the part with #400, #600 or #800.
-2. Slight scores or scratches
Use a flexible sanding block and wet sand the damaged section with #400, #600.
NOTE: Sand level to remove damage.
-3. Deep scratches, when filling.
Use a flexible sanding block and wet sand the damaged section with #240, #400.
2. Degreasing and cleaning
Clean the repaired area with wax and grease remover, then blow with air dry.
WARNING:
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Do not use high air pressure; use only an approved, 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/sq.cm, 30 psi) air nozzle.
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Wear goggles or safety glasses to prevent eye injury.
NOTE: Wipe dust off surface with a tack cloth.
3. Filling, drying and sanding
Apply the filler in several thin coats.